Arjo Minstrel Patient Hoist
Arjo Minstrel Mobile Patient Hoist
The Arjo Minstrel is a mobile passive patient hoist designed for safe and dignified patient transfers in hospitals, care homes and domestic environments. This patient hoist supports carers in lifting and transferring fully dependent patients who are unable to bear any of their own weight, reducing manual handling risk for both patient and caregiver. With a 190kg safe working load, electrically adjustable chassis legs, remote control operation and a battery discharge indicator, the Minstrel is a trusted and reliable choice across professional care settings. It is designed and manufactured to IEC 60601-1 and ISO 10535:2006 standards.
Key Features
The Minstrel patient hoist is built for passive patients who are fully dependent on caregiver assistance, including those who are bedridden or confined to a wheelchair.
- 190kg safe working load - tested and rated for a broad range of patient weights
- Remote control operation - hand-held remote raises and lowers the jib; movement stops immediately when button is released
- Additional mast control panel - back-up up/down buttons on the mast operate independently of the remote
- Emergency Stop button - immediately halts all powered movement for patient safety
- Emergency lowering function - manual override lowers the jib in the event of power or system failure
- Electrically adjustable chassis legs - open and close to navigate around chairs, beds and other obstacles
- Braked rear castors - foot-operated brakes keep the hoist stable during transfers
- Battery discharge indicator (LCD) - clearly displays remaining battery level and hour/cycle meter
- Overheat protection - buzzer warning and automatic protection for the actuator during intensive use
- Overload protection - automatic cut-out with LCD alert if safe working load is exceeded
- Optional integrated scales - for patient weighing during transfers
- Compatible with full range of Arjo slings - loop slings, toilet slings, hammock slings and Flites disposable slings in sizes XXS to XL
- Maximum sound level - 53 dB (ISO 3746)
- 10-year expected operational life with annual preventive maintenance
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Safe working load | 190 kg (420 lbs) |
| Maximum total weight (hoist + patient) | 248 kg (548 lbs) |
| Hoist weight (with battery) | 56.6 kg (124.8 lbs) |
| Battery weight | 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs) |
| Battery type | Rechargeable sealed lead battery, 24V 4Ah |
| Battery part number | NDA0100-20 |
| Battery charger | TGT.232 (GB) |
| Nominal voltage | 24V |
| Hoisting range | 1382 mm (54.41") |
| Minimum chassis height (clearance) | 45 mm |
| Minimum internal chassis width | 545 mm |
| Maximum internal chassis width | 1080 mm |
| Maximum external length | 1320 mm |
| Turning circle | 1420 mm |
| CSP minimum height | 650 mm |
| CSP maximum height | 2050 mm |
| Duty cycle (mast motor) | 10% (2 min on / 18 min off) |
| Operating temperature | +5°C to +35°C |
| Storage/transport temperature | -10°C to +45°C |
| Moisture protection (hoist) | IPX4 |
| Compliance | IEC 60601-1, ISO 10535:2006, EU MDR 2017/745 |
| Operational life | 10 years (with required maintenance) |
Compatible Sling Sizes
| Size | Colour Code | Patient Weight Range |
|---|---|---|
| XXS | Teal Green | 0 - 25 kg |
| XS | Brown | 25 - 35 kg |
| S | Red | 35 - 60 kg |
| M | Yellow | 55 - 75 kg |
| L | Green | 70 - 130 kg |
| XL | Blue | 120 - 190 kg |
Please note: Slings are not included with this hoist. Compatible Arjo slings are available separately.
